A Denture is a replacement of missing teeth to give back patients the ability to chew, speak and smile. Dentures can be complete (replacing all teeth) or partial (Few teeth). They can be made of acrylic (plastic or metal).

Dentures can be fitted immediately or there can be a delay in denture fit depending on case selective treatment planning. Dentures are made to match the natural teeth as closely as possible. Dentures can change speech hence practice of pronunciation of difficult words helps. Dentures that are maintained well can last several years. Dentures may need relining or rebasing over a period of time if their fit becomes loose.